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Washington governor activates National Guard against election-related violence

Washington Gov. Jay Inslee (D) activated the National Guard to be on stand-by in the event it is asked to support local law enforcement and the Washington State Patrol during election week, a press ...

Politics - The Hill - 6 hours ago

Democratic governors dress as Walz for Halloween

Democratic governors are dressing up as Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz (D) for Halloween with just five days to go until Election Day. Govs. Wes Moore of Maryland, Gretchen Whitmer of Michigan, Maura ...

Politics - The Hill - 2 days ago

92 unaccounted for as misinformation continues after Helene: Governor

Ninety-two people remain unaccounted for in hard-hit North Carolina in the wake of the "catastrophic disaster" unleashed by Hurricane Helene, Gov. Roy Cooper said.

The ‘Greenest Governor’ Fights to Save a Landmark Climate Law

Environmentalists and one of the world’s biggest oil companies support Washington State’s cap on carbon. But voters are deciding whether to repeal the law amid concerns about energy costs.

Top stories - The New York Times - October 25

Menendez brothers latest: DA to petition governor for clemency

Los Angeles County District Attorney George Gascón is supporting the Menendez brothers' new effort to petition California Gov. Gavin Newsom for clemency

Lilly Ledbetter remembered for equal pay activism

Lilly Ledbetter, a champion of equal pay for women, died over the weekend at 86. President Barack Obama posted a tribute saying Ledbetter "never set out to be a trailblazer or a household name, she ...

Janus Henderson launches first European active ETF

The $360bn manager has built an active ETF name in the US with CLO funds, but this taps into its Japan equities expertise

World - Financial Times - October 21

Young Thug released from jail after guilty plea on gang charges

The Grammy winner's criminal trial on racketeering and gang charges was the longest in state history.

South Africa’s first Black central bank governor dies aged 65

Tito Mboweni served as labour minister in Nelson Mandela’s first cabinet

Business - Financial Times - October 13

92 people remain missing in North Carolina after Helene, governor says

North Carolina Gov. Roy Cooper says 92 people remain unaccounted for after Hurricane Helene's wrath destroyed full roads and communities in the state. Mud and floods dragged away homes and may have ...

Ban on guns at Albuquerque area playgrounds allowed to lapse by governor

Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham says she's ended an emergency public health order that suspended the right to carry guns at public parks and playgrounds in the Albuquerque area.

New Mexico governor won't renew ban on carrying firearms in public

New Mexico Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham will not renew a temporary ban on carrying firearms in public.

Back-to-back rate cuts no indication of future ECB policy, governor says

Slovenian central bank chief Boštjan Vasle argues central bank needs flexibility to respond to signs of persistent inflation

World - Financial Times - October 20

'Blue wall' Democratic governors boost Harris with bus tour

Democratic governors of the three “Blue Wall” states touted Kamala Harris’ ground game and predicted she will win their states but acknowledged the race is a toss-up.

Former GOP governor endorses Brown in Ohio Senate race

Former Ohio Gov. Bob Taft, a Republican, threw his support behind Democratic Sen. Sherrod Brown (Ohio) in his closely watched reelection bid for the U.S. Senate. In a letter to the editor published ...

Politics - The Hill - October 21

Trump bashes FEMA, NC governor as he tours Helene storm damage

Former President Trump on Monday attacked the federal response to Hurricane Helene by repeating debunked claims about funding and bashed North Carolina Gov. Roy Cooper (D) during a stop in ...

Politics - The Hill - October 21

North Carolina governor shares warning to Trump before his visit to Asheville

Twenty-six people remain unaccounted for in hard-hit North Carolina in the wake of the devastation unleashed by Hurricane Helene, officials said Monday.

UK inflation fading faster than expected, says BoE governor

But Andrew Bailey wants to see a further decline in services price growth

Business - Financial Times - October 23

California Governor Proposes $750 Million in Annual Film Tax Credits

Gov. Gavin Newsom wants to more than double the amount the state offers in incentives, which would make its program one of the nation’s most generous.

Business - The New York Times - 6 days ago

Louisiana governor calls a special session to address taxes and the courts

Louisiana legislators will meet for a special session beginning Nov. 6 to consider Republican Gov. Jeff Landry’s ambitious attempt to overhaul the state’s tax structure

Lebanon's detained former central bank governor faces new corruption charge

A Lebanese judge has charged the country’s detained former central bank governor with illicit enrichment and issued an arrest warrant

World - ABC News - Yesterday

Mississippi legislative leaders advocate Medicaid expansion, heading to conflict with the governor

Mississippi’s Republican legislative leaders say they plan to push for Medicaid expansion to cover working people who earn to little to afford private insurance

Health - ABC News - Yesterday

In praise of the Washington Post’s cowardice

The Post has offered us a dramatic glimpse into what a Trumpified America looks like.

Politics - The Hill - 5 days ago

Colts start QB Flacco again; WR Pittman active

Colts quarterback Joe Flacco started against the Titans with Anthony Richardson inactive, while wide receiver Michael Pittman Jr. is active as he plays through a back injury.

Sports - ESPN - October 13

Canadian police accuse Indian diplomats of ‘criminal’ activities including homicides

Accusations made hours after both countries expel senior diplomats in escalating row over killing of Sikh activist. Canadian police accused Indian diplomats and consular staff of “clandestine” and ...

World - The Guardian - October 14

Why has Canada accused Indian diplomats of ‘criminal’ activities?

Police say they have evidence of homicides, harassment and threats against Canadian Sikhs. Relations between India and Canada have sunk to historic lows after Canadian police accused Indian ...

World - The Guardian - October 15

Robinhood launches platform to go after bigger, more active traders

Robinhood unveiled a new desktop-based platform called Legend on Thursday, aimed at active traders who want more detailed analysis of stocks.

Business - CNBC - October 17

49ers to activate kicker off practice squad with Wright headed to IR

The San Francisco 49ers will use their third kicker in three weeks with Matthew Wright set to be placed on injured reserve.

Sports - Yahoo Sports - October 19

‘The Interview’: Mia Khalifa’s Messy World of Money, Sex and Activism

For the OnlyFans star and influencer, navigating the internet is a full-time job.

Top stories - The New York Times - October 19

Patriots RB Stevenson active but Jags RB Etienne out for Wembley game

New England Patriots leading rusher Rhamondre Stevenson was listed as active against the Jacksonville Jaguars at Wembley Stadium after missing one game with a foot injury

Sports - ABC News - October 20

12 Best Bookshelf Speakers (2024): Active, Passive, and Hi-Fi

Soup up your sound with these active and passive speakers. We have picks for every budget.

Tech - Wired - October 20

New PS5 System Update Makes The Activities Feature Less Confusing

A new PS5 console update has rolled out, and in addition to the usual system performance and stability updates, you can also expect the Activities hub to have a more informative design. Update ...

Tech - GameSpot - October 23

Argentina's economic activity contracts less than expected in August

World - Yahoo News - October 23

Citigroup unveils plan to power active ETF surge in Europe

The US bank plans to capitalise on its wide range of in-house services with white-label platform

World - Financial Times - October 24

Eurozone activity contracts again in October, S&P PMI surveys suggest

The eurozone’s economy looks set to weaken further, with activity contracting for a second-straight month, as policymakers at the European Central Bank consider whether to accelerate interest-rate ...

Business - MarketWatch - October 24

Eurozone economic activity still in decline, PMI survey shows

Bloc ‘stuck in a rut’ as growing services sector cannot offset continued weakness in manufacturing

Business - Financial Times - October 24

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